What is the cheapest way to get from Loch Ness to Islay?

The cheapest way to get from Loch Ness to Islay is to bus and ferry via Lochgilphead which costs £19 - £120 and takes 9h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Loch Ness to Islay?

The fastest way to get from Loch Ness to Islay is to bus and ferry which takes 7h 47m and costs £17 - £140.

How far is it from Loch Ness to Islay?

The distance between Loch Ness and Islay is 131 miles.

How do I travel from Loch Ness to Islay without a car?

The best way to get from Loch Ness to Islay without a car is to bus and ferry which takes 7h 47m and costs £17 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Loch Ness to Islay?

It takes approximately 7h 47m to get from Loch Ness to Islay, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Islay?

There are 48+ hotels available in Islay.

Loch Ness to Islay - 3 ways to travel via bus, ferry, and plane

There are 3 ways to get from Loch Ness to Islay by bus, ferry, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, ferry
best
1. Take the bus from Fort Augustus to Oban Bus Stationbus
2. Take the ferry from Oban Ferry Terminal to Colonsay Ferry Terminalferry
3. Take the ferry from Colonsay Ferry Terminal to Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminalferry Cm9
7h 47m
£17–140
Bus, ferry via Lochgilphead
1. Take the bus from Fort Augustus to Oban Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Station Road to Lochnell Streetbus 423 / ...
3. Take the ferry from Kennacraig Ferry Terminal to Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminalferry Cm9
9h 31m
£19–112
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Fort Augustus to Fort William Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Fort William to Glasgow Airportbus
3. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Islay (ILY)plane GLA - ILY
6h 15m

Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Islay (ILY) flights

12Weekly Planes

42 minAverage Duration

£85Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Loch Ness to Islay.

Launch map view

Distance: 130.7 mi
Duration: 7h 47m

What companies run services between Loch Ness, Scotland and Islay, Scotland?

There is no direct connection from Loch Ness to Islay. However, you can take the bus to Oban Bus Station, walk to Oban Ferry Terminal, take the ferry to Colonsay Ferry Terminal, then take the ferry to Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminal. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fort Augustus to Port Askaig Islay Ferry Terminal via Station Road, Lochnell Street, Ferry Terminal, and Kennacraig Ferry Terminal in around 9h 31m.

Airlines

Bus operators

Ferry operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.